“We’re really grateful to everybody who made this happen,” says Porchlight’s Kate Boulding. “This meal means a lot to our residents, many of whom have not always had positive experiences when it comes to Christmas. It’s also a chance for our supporters who attended to see the difference we can make to people’s lives by working together to combat homelessness.”

If you have been homeless, Christmas can be a difficult time of year. Events like this allow people to create positive new memories and are a reminder that others are thinking of them.